gallows

Meanings

• noun

  A structure used for executing criminals by hanging.

  - "The condemned man was led to the gallows and hanged in front of a large crowd."
  - "The gallows stood tall and ominous in the town square."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɡæloʊz/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɡæloʊz/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

gallow tree , gallows tree , gibbet , hanging tree

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gallows
halos , mausoleums , jaws

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Variants

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gallows , gallows tree , gallowses , gallows bird , gallows birds , gallows humor , gallows humors , send to the gallows

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Etymology

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Old English galg, probably derived from galdor meaning 'a trap' or 'a noose'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'gallows humor' refers to jokes about death or other taboo subjects.

2. The last public execution in the United States using the gallows took place in 1936.

3. The phrase 'to walk the plank' is believed to have originated from the gallows, as condemned pirates were sometimes forced to walk a plank before being thrown into the water to their deaths.

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Related Concepts

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1. capital punishment: The practice of executing criminals, often by hanging, for the most serious crimes.

2. gibbet: Another term for a gallows, often used to refer to a hanging structure that remains standing as a warning or deterrent.

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Culture

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The gallows have a long and dark history, often symbolizing death and execution. They have been used extensively in literature, art, and music to explore themes of justice, revenge, and the human condition.

How to Memorize "gallows"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tall wooden structure with a noose hanging from the top. Imagine the sight of a person being led up to the gallows and the crowd watching in silence.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gallows' with the concept of justice and punishment. Remember that it is a structure used for executing criminals.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Gallows for Galdor' to remember the etymology of the word.

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